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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Current and Planned Initiatives
Self-Management Strategies Across Chronic Diseases-Program Announcement (June 2000). This multi-institute Program Announcement (PA) recognizes that self-management strategies have the potential to reduce symptoms of fatigue for people with chronic diseases. It extends current research to test the effectiveness of self-management interventions. Developing standard approaches or best practices to self-management is a major goal. Examples of approaches include cognitive strategies, social support, improving self-efficacy, and coping skills.
Physical Activity and Obesity Across Chronic Diseases-Program Announcement (November 2000). NIAMS and six other NIH components issued this PA as part of a trans-NIH Obesity Initiative, which includes approaches to obesity prevention and the neuroendocrinology of obesity. Obesity, physical activity, and energy level are interrelated and are thought to play a role in the development of fatigue. Studies will include examining the quality-of-life benefits of physical activity, which may include reducing fatigue.
Social and Cultural Dimensions of Health-Program Announcement (December 2001). NIAMS joined several other NIH components in issuing this PA to stimulate research in these areas. Some experts believe that fatigue may be influenced by social and cultural factors. By clarifying the relationship between social and cultural factors and health and illness, the role of fatigue may be uncovered. The announcement was based on recommendations submitted to the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in conjunction with the 2000 conference, "Toward Higher Levels of Analysis: Progress and Promise in Research on Social and Cultural Dimensions of Health," held in Bethesda, Maryland.
Increasing Quality of Life in Mobility Disorders-Program Announcement (May 2002). Recognizing that pain, fatigue, and depression are common symptoms for persons with limited mobility, this multi-institute PA seeks to stimulate research that will improve quality of life for people with mobility disorders. It focuses on improvement by managing the physical symptoms. Possible project topics are identifying ways to improve life quality and psychosocial adjustment, and determining factors that contribute to quality of life and positive outcomes for individuals with mobility disorders.
Mind-Body Interactions and Health: Research Infrastructure and Exploratory Development Programs-Requests for Applications (January 2003). The NIAMS and 14 other NIH components issued two requests for applications (RFAs) to support and advance research to improve the understanding of mind-body interactions and health. By promoting collaboration among investigators conducting health-related mind-body research throughout the United States, these RFAs will stimulate innovative coordinated approaches to research questions. The NIAMS is particularly interested in understanding the relationship between stress and health consequences for people with arthritis, musculoskeletal disorders, and skin diseases.
Chronic Fatigue vs. Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic Fatigue: A Symptom of Many Diseases
Why is Basic Research Important to Understanding Fatigue?
Why are Clinical and Behavioral Research Important to Understanding Fatigue?
